When doctors use radiofrequency (RF) energy to treat atrial fibrillation in the left atrium, they face an unusual challenge: preventing burns in the nearby esophagus. New catheters can now deliver high wattages up to 90W for short bursts, a technique known as very high-power short duration (vHPSD) a
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a severe genetic condition that mainly affects boys, causes muscles to weaken over time. This leads to serious health issues like heart problems or breathing difficulties, and sadly, it can be fatal. Right now, there's no cure, and the usual treatments just help ma
Ever wondered why some older adults in China who've had strokes spend so much time sitting? Scientists used two different methods, decision trees and logistic regression models, to figure this out. They wanted to know what factors play a role in these seniors being too sedentary. Let's take a step
Ever wondered why some people's childhood struggles seem to stick with them into adulthood? A recent study in China shed some light on this. Researchers looked at adults over 45 and found that those who had tough childhoods were more likely to experience physical pain and feelings of sadness as they
Alzheimer's disease is a tough condition that affects many older adults. Scientists often use a test called APOE genetic testing to see who might get it. Latinos are a group that hasn’t been studied much for this disease, but they will be hit hard by it in the future. To help educate and advise Lati
A tiny fungus called Claroideoglomus etunicatum is creating quite a buzz in the world of plants and insects. This fungus lives symbiotically with wheat, which means it helps the plant grow and deal with stress, like lack of water. Researchers wanted to see what happens when this fungus teams up with
You know, the old saying "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" usually focuses on physical health. But did you know breakfast can also impact mental health? A study found a surprising connection between breakfast consumption and suicidal thoughts and actions. Yep, you heard it right! It
NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) captured new images of the InSight lander in October 2024. Even though InSight is no longer active, it's still teaching scientists about Mars. The lander, which stopped working in late 2022 due to dust on its solar panels, is now a dusty spot on the Martian s
Last summer, Jennifer Abel left Jonesworks, a company she helped start. She says she was bullied by the founder, Stephanie Jones. But Jones says Abel was fired for trying to poach clients. This isn't just a case of someone quitting their job – it’s a messy dispute with lawsuits and text messages bei
The NBA's Philadelphia 76ers had a wild Monday night game against the San Antonio Spurs. Star player Joel Embiid was ejected in the second quarter after receiving two technical fouls. The first came from arguing with referee Jenna Schroeder, and the second was for getting too close and making incide
